Talk me out of a CS Recon 1

Goosey said:
Recon 1 is more like $75. Still tougher than most everything in that price range and many higher. I think many people are looking for "slick EDC" more than "super tough folder" and there are knives that fit the "slick EDC" role better...
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I just found the clip point one on Amazon for 45 and couldn't say no to it. Thanks for all the good info, and would be interested to hear about other good tactical folders, my collection has only just begun.
 
nuclear_shooter said:
Man, if that ZT0700 weren't tanto I might just have to grab it. I just can't get into them though.
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I can be honest when i say, im not into the tanto either.

But the 0700 has the smoothest looking tanto ever ever seen. especially in person, the angles on this blade are gorgeous, and im surprised no ones copying their tanto design.
 
nuclear_shooter said:
I just found the clip point one on Amazon for 45 and couldn't say no to it. Thanks for all the good info, and would be interested to hear about other good tactical folders, my collection has only just begun.
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Yep. They really ARE about 40 bucks. Nowhere near to $75. Just gotta know where to shop.... I really think you will enjoy it!
 
nuclear_shooter said:
Looking to add a tactical folder to my (small) collection. I really like the Recon 1 clip point, especially for the money. Seems to be liked well around here. Just wanted to see if I could do better in the same price range (under 100). Tanto only knives need not apply (personal preference, nothing more).
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I got a Mini Recon 1 for $34 shipped on Amazon a couple days ago. Insane value. Just sand under the pocket clip a bit like everyone says and you're golden!
 
Ok, don't buy a CS because you are helping fund that that.... that... guy. Oh, and they are cheese sauce.
 
Goosey said:
The pocket clips are atrocious. The coating is not durable. It's not a "fun knife" to play with.

That is about it... it's an affordable large knife with an extremely strong lock. It fills that particular niche very well...

A lot of times people will say "you could get an Endura or Manix2 instead" but that is apples to oranges, I like my Enduras, but the Endura is by far a much lighter duty knife. The Manix2 LW has a strong lock but is significantly smaller than the Recon 1 and has FRN handles with no liners, while the G10 Manix2 is about $25 more expensive.

I think the Voyager is a better value than the Recon 1 and about equally strong, but it is also much thicker in the pocket and the FRN handle is not as nice.
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I agree whole heartedly, I love the manix 2 A LOT but it's a lighter duty knife than the Recon 1. If you're looking for big and tough go Recon 1
 
The Recon 1 is a good knife. I've given a couple to friends who aren't into knives and wanted a solid folder, but personally I prefer the Voyager series. It's pretty much the same knife but I like the stone washed blade more than the coated Recon 1 blade and the grivory handles have a nicer texture than the G-10 CS uses (usually I prefer G-10 over FRN and similar materials). For around $40-50 I think Voyagers are great EDC knives.

If you want better steel, get and Endura or Griptilian. They are still tough enough for anything you might need a pocket knife for.
 
Remember when someone criticizes Cold Steel knives for being made outside the US, then recommends an Endura, the Endura is made in Japan.

Cold Steel make good quality knives for their price point. Buy it and enjoy.
 
I am a Cold Steel fan and I would recommend to step up and step into a Recon 1 XL Clip Point...

[video=youtube;yoBszVB_xU8]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yoBszVB_xU8[/video]
 
Guy specifically asked about other knives with a 4" blade. Manix is nice and all, but a less than 3" cutitng edge? Maybe a Manix XL is a better buy, but they are around $100.
 
I wonder if the code 4 is a smoother knife? Wish it wasn't hollow grind though...

I might have to eyeball the voyager if it's flat ground. Had the American Lawman for a minute to check out and it's a beast of a folder.

Edit- scratch the voyager. That handle is too...unique!
 
nuclear_shooter said:
Thanks for all the feedback! For those of you who do not prefer this knife, what would you recommend that would be a step up in steel but still have 4" blade and similar price point?
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Spyderco Endura 4 VG-10 steel 4ish inch blade, Steel liners in FRN grip, you can find them in the JUNGLE in many colors for $60 each.

I just ordered one today for exactly that shipped. I will have one in my hand by Friday of next week, and I will post some pics for you, and a few thoughts on it.
 
Mine has been a great knife. Get it!
 
nuclear_shooter said:
Looking to add a tactical folder to my (small) collection. I really like the Recon 1 clip point, especially for the money. Seems to be liked well around here. Just wanted to see if I could do better in the same price range (under 100). Tanto only knives need not apply (personal preference, nothing more).
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Just got my Recon 1 in the mail and saw your post. Depends what you want to do with the knife. It is solidly built and a great price if you shop around. It is also a big knife. I will probably carry it occasionally but it will not be my EDC. If you are looking for a daily carry knife I would suggest the mini version.
 
Goosey said:
The pocket clips are atrocious. The coating is not durable. It's not a "fun knife" to play with.

That is about it... it's an affordable large knife with an extremely strong lock. It fills that particular niche very well...

A lot of times people will say "you could get an Endura or Manix2 instead" but that is apples to oranges, I like my Enduras, but the Endura is by far a much lighter duty knife. The Manix2 LW has a strong lock but is significantly smaller than the Recon 1 and has FRN handles with no liners, while the G10 Manix2 is about $25 more expensive.

I think the Voyager is a better value than the Recon 1 and about equally strong, but it is also much thicker in the pocket and the FRN handle is not as nice.
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It just looks plain badass when it wears off.

[video=youtube;FjfnRfyHAs4]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FjfnRfyHAs4[/video]
 
AntDog said:
....and they cost over double the price. The Recon 1 is a $40 knife. Apples to oranges. I personally would not own another griptillian on a dare. Ugh, just don't like em.

nuclear_shooter - I won't talk you out of the Recon because I can't. They are excellent knives. Cold Steel's AUS8 is great stuff. It takes a ton of use to dull it, but it sharpens easily. The handle is very ergonomic. The lock is rock solid and practically indestructible. The coating does wear off, but it takes a fair amount of use to do so. Once the coating all wears off just strip the blade and enjoy your beautiful new stonewashed blade. It boggles my mind why anyone would complain about the Recon 1. Haters gonna hate, but I say go on and get one!
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I paid $58 delivered recently for an Endura and $53 for a Delica. I would do this all day over Cold Steel offerings. In the same price range, I would also take a Tenacious. They are tremendous budget knives. Everyone has their .02 but I feel like Cold Steel is pretty well beneath these suggestions in quality.
 
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